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Newspaper
Quincy Whig
Location
Quincy, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1919
Page
11
The author argues that the war exposed grave unpreparedness and waste, urging universal compulsory training beyond wartime conscription. He warns against a military caste, citing France and Switzerland as models, and calls for a general staff controlled program to ensure equal opportunity and preparedness for future conflicts.
Former President Roosevelt warns against unprepared theorists and demagogues guiding policy. He recalls bloodshed in Europe from supply failures and poor organization, noting U S forces were often outgunned by allies and urging vigilance to avoid repeating past neglect.
A call urged that the general staff be only one element of leadership. It advocates including prominent educators, labor representatives, farming interests, and members of the House and Senate as core participants in guiding national policy.
The document argues for a strong national staff to balance military and educational aims, safeguard interests, and reward sacrifices. It emphasizes compulsory training to improve physical fitness, sanitation, and hygiene, with special teams for men with defects and broad societal benefits. It cites regional disparities and the need for a democratized system.
A fragmented quote laments social mobility through education. It notes that compulsory training would be a real benefit to the wealthy sons who typically avoid public schools, highlighting class tensions in schooling choices.
Palmyra citizens paid two dollars and a half per minute for an airplane ride and ten dollars per passenger for a four minute aerial cruise over the fair grounds. Lieutenant Weidermeyer showcased aero nautical stunts at the fair. The Palmyra Public School opened with a strong first day enrollment and campus improvements underway. Many residents and visitors are noted, including Miss Mary Owsley heading to Oregon to teach, and several local families visiting from Hannibal, Quincy, and Missouri towns. A display at the fair, real estate deals, church renovations, and various visits mark the week. An invention to manufacture sulfur dioxide gas on ships for fire extinguishing and fumigation is mentioned.
Dr Connor former Johns Hopkins physician warns nicotine fatal, urging smokers to quit now. The ad promotes Nicotol tablets with a drugstore refund if no result and promises upcoming notices on nicotine poisoning and avoidance.
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